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What they do
A Product Development Engineer develops new products for companies, and participates in all phases of product development including research, design, production and marketing. Uses research on customer demand and industry trends to develop product ideas; builds and tests product prototypes; evaluates production options and costs. May specialize in a particular type of product or in products for a specific industry.
$83,432 / year median in Michigan
-7% projected decline
Job Description
This role develops innovative compressor sealing solutions for turbomachinery applications, including dry gas mechanical seals, separation seals, seal cartridges, and associated auxiliary systems. The engineer will work through the full product-development lifecycle, from concept and design through analysis, prototype testing, product qualification, manufacturing launch, and field support.